
Progress in Syrian Peace Process
Ambitious deal reached at Munich talks; Athletes concerned about Zika; Kenya doping
World powers have agreed to seek a nationwide "cessation of hostilities" in Syria to begin in a week's time, after talks in Germany. The halt will not apply to the battle against jihadist groups Islamic State (IS) and al-Nusra Front. Ministers from the International Syria Support Group also agreed to accelerate and expand aid deliveries.
Athletes planning to compete in the Rio Olympics this summer are increasingly concerned about the health risks due to the spread of the Zika virus. It's a particular concern for women athletes who may be pregnant or trying to get pregnant.
Kenya has been given a deadline of today - Thursday to prove to the World Anti Doping Agency that they are tackling cheating in athletics. It comes after a spate of positive tests in the country. The BBC understands Kenya is unlikely to provide the assurances WADA is seeking and could face punishment - the most serious of which could be exclusion from the Rio Olympics.
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